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SC H4692

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jermaine Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes the State Resource Commission (SRC) within the Office of the Governor to coordinate efforts toward in-state production of essential resources including food, energy, water infrastructure, and critical materials

  • Sets mandatory benchmarks requiring 15% in-state production of essential resources by 2031 and 25% by 2036

  • Creates a 7-member commission appointed by the Governor with representatives from Commerce, Agriculture, State Energy Office, Natural Resources, Clemson University, and two private sector members

  • Directs the SRC to develop incentive packages including tax credits, grants, and low-interest loans for local food and energy producers, with priority given to rural, underserved, and economically distressed communities

  • Requires annual reports to the General Assembly beginning December 31, 2027, with progress updates made available on a public dashboard; effective date of July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

South Carolina Resource Independence and Resilience Act

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs12/16/2025

Full Bill Text

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